Reported Incidents
For Westby Area School District
Incidents are community-reported or sourced from third parties, and are allegations — not established facts. Incidents describe institutions, never individuals.
District uses gender surveys
Alleged incident in Walpole School District · Massachusetts
A school district contracted with an external vendor for surveys that included questions about gender identity for students and families. The contract, funded by a federal grant, raised concerns among parents regarding the nature of the data collected. This initiative involved a $15,000 expenditure for annual licenses and professional development.
Walpole Survey Parental Notification
Alleged incident in Walpole School District · Massachusetts
A school district conducted an equity audit that included a student survey and focus groups on race, identity, and gender. Parents reported not being fully informed about the survey's content or their children's participation, raising concerns about consent and data collection. The district spent a significant amount on the audit, which involved an outside consultant.